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Dog scared of fireworks? Here's how to calm pets on Guy Fawkes night
Fireworks can make even home-loving dogs bolt, warns dog expert Mark Vette.
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'Stewing in resentment': How a chicken feud escalated to murder
It was agreed the brutal killing was inexcusable. But it wasn't murder, his lawyer argued.
Exclusive footage shows dozens of greyhounds leaving Christchurch for Australia
The Herald understands up to 140 dogs will leave for Australia on two charter flights. Video / Alyse Wright
Watch: Exclusive footage shows dozens of greyhounds leaving Christchurch for Australia
Two charter flights will take up to 140 dogs to Australia, the Herald understands.
'Handed out like lollies': Puppies sold near Kaitāia market
The SPCA is investigating the sale of the puppies near Kaitāia market.
'We are gonna blow all our dogs away': Man's threat as greyhound racing ban looms
Greyhound Racing NZ said the man filmed was not a licensed greyhound trainer.
'She's not cruel': Woman stitched lamb's neck back together with 27 staples
The woman was granted name suppression - for the third time.
Auckland horse owner facing charge after three emaciated racehorses surrendered
MPI inspectors and the SPCA visited two properties during checks in May.
Not just cats and dogs: SPCA seeks foster homes for farm animals
Goats, pigs and horses are also waiting for care across New Zealand.
Editorial: Abuse and threats against workers are unacceptable
OPINION: Bad behaviour needs to be called out and, where necessary, reported to police.
Puppy survives being left outside the Gisborne SPCA
Footage shows Cari the puppy trying to escape a box that was left on the SPCA's deck in the freezing cold.
SPCA staff face death threats, harassment from animal ‘vigilante’ groups
Inspectors are now being issued with stab-proof vests amid escalating threats.
Editorial: How many reasons do we need to ban fireworks?
OPINION: The people have spoken. It's time for the powers that be to listen.
'Things like animals fall outside necessities': SPCA reports dip in adoptions
Pet adoptions have tumbled almost 2400 in the past five years.
Man claims 'happy' dog was euthanised without his consent
Vets say euthanasia decisions are guided by professional judgment, the law and ethics.
'We really didn’t have almost any choice': MPs back public fireworks ban
Three petitions gathered 95,000 signatures backing an end to public fireworks.
Twice-convicted former Pets & Pats owner linked to new wedding venture
Angela Beer's linked with a new dog-friendly celebration business in a pastoral setting.
NZ shearers facing charges after sheep abuse footage uncovered
Four shearers face more than 20 animal welfare charges from the ministry.
Swimming pig dives in at Whitianga beach, then vanishes in current
Witness Deborah Kelsall followed the black pig as it dodged cars on its way to the beach.
'A disease that can kill your dog': Virus outbreak in Wellington
Four-week-old puppies in one Porirua litter all had to be euthanised.
Man charged after footage of puppies allegedly being thrown into river shared online
Two people were tracked down by police after the footage was posted.
'Only rich people can afford pets': Do vet bills mean owning a dog or cat is now a luxury?
Pet lovers warn that having a companion animal can cost thousands in vet bills.
‘Outdated’: Govt launches review of dog control powers after fatal attacks
Councils say outdated dog laws leave them unable to prevent serious attacks.
Breeder allowed to own 10 dogs despite disqualification after puppy neglect, death
One of Anne Glover's puppies was found dead and three others had to be euthanised.